North Central Health Services

04/27/2026

Today was a meaningful start. 💙

We kicked off our Partners in Youth Su***de Prevention (PYSP) initiative with 17 amazing youth-serving nonprofit organizations and community partners at Ivy Tech Community College Lafayette.

Together with our partners at Education Development Center, these organizations are receiving training and access to the PYSP Toolkit to help strengthen how they support youth through education, awareness, and real, actionable prevention strategies.

This is about more than a toolkit. It’s about building confidence, creating support systems, and making sure every young person has someone who knows how to recognize when they need help and how to respond.

We are so grateful to work alongside organizations that are deeply committed to the well-being of youth in our communities.

👉 Learn more: https://www.nchsi.com/partners-youth-su***de-prevention

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03/11/2026

Today we spent the day with educators and partners from across our region for the Preventing Youth Su***de Initiative (PYSI) Spring Training, a full day dedicated to strengthening the tools and partnerships that help support the mental health of our students.

Participants engaged in hands-on learning and discussions focused on practical strategies schools can use to support students and respond when help is needed.

These conversations are not always easy, but they are essential. By equipping school professionals with practical tools and supportive networks, we continue strengthening our regional response to youth mental health needs.

North Central Health Services is proud to support the Preventing Youth Su***de Initiative and our regional schools working every day to protect the well-being of young people.

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Education Development Center

02/19/2026

Our 2026 Douglas W. Eberle Not-For-Profit Board Governance Series kicks off February 11th!

This year's series features 7 dynamic sessions packed with Board Certified best practices in nonprofit board governance, along with extensive networking opportunities with your nonprofit peers.

We are also excited to be partnering with Leadership Lafayette to present Choosing Your Cause - for individuals interested in serving on nonprofit boards. Participants will explore their personal passions and learn how and where to find meaningful board service opportunities.

Register today at: https://uwlafayette.org/eberle/

02/19/2026

11/21/2025

We’re excited to announce the 2026 North Central Health Services Executive Development Scholarship! This scholarship fully funds participation in the Indiana University Nonprofit Executive Leadership Certificate Program, giving nonprofit leaders the chance to build strategic and financial skills through in-person courses in Indianapolis.

Leaders from Greater Lafayette and the entire NCHS service area (Benton, Carroll, Clinton, Fountain, Montgomery, Warren, and White counties) are encouraged to apply by December 17 at noon.

Reach out to Karen today to learn more!

11/18/2025

The 2026 Nonprofit Executive Coaching Program is accepting applications through Wednesday, December 17th. The program offers one-on-one coaching with certified professionals to help both new and seasoned nonprofit leaders strengthen skills such as team development, leadership, and stress management. It is open to anyone in a nonprofit leadership role, not just executive directors. Made possible by North Central Health Services, the program has received overwhelmingly positive feedback—100% of past participants reported valuable coaching conversations, relevant content, and improved leadership abilities.
Reach out to Karen ([email protected]) at the Community Foundation of Greater Lafayette for more information today!
Thanks to Duke Energy Corporation and United Way of Greater Lafayette for their support of this program as well!

11/14/2025

10/14/2025

Congratulations to the CEO/President of NCHS, Stephanie Long. Well deserved.

Today we recognized Stephanie Long with the 2025 Good Scout Award! She is the 19th recipient of this award. Scouting and our community are better off because of the lasting impact that Stephanie has had in her various professional and volunteer roles, including a term as our Council President. Congratulations Stephanie!

Thanks to our volunteer committee, sponsors, hosts, speakers, The Crossing, and everyone else that played a role in making today’s event possible.

As mentioned, Scouting is alive and well in North Central Indiana and will thrive in the future due to the amazing support from our community!

Many thanks.

09/18/2025

🌟 Revive & Survive AED Grant Program 🌟

Is your nonprofit located in Tippecanoe, Benton, Carroll, Clinton, Fountain, Montgomery, Warren, or White County?
You may be eligible for free AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) through the Revive & Survive AED Program.

This initiative is facilitated by Franciscan Health and made possible through the generous support of North Central Health Services (NCHS).

Learn more and apply here:
👉 Request an AED | Franciscan Health- https://www.franciscanhealth.org/businesses-and-organizations/request-an-aed

Together, we can save lives and strengthen community health. ❤️

Request an AED

09/03/2025

📢 Deadline Approaching – September 5

Su***de Prevention Grant for Youth-Serving Organizations

North Central Health Services (NCHS), in partnership with Education Development Center (EDC), is offering a fully funded grant opportunity to support youth-serving organizations in North Central Indiana (Benton, Carroll, Clinton, Fountain, Montgomery, Tippecanoe, Warren, and White counties).

The Partners in Youth Su***de Prevention (PYSP) initiative helps organizations implement systemwide, evidence-based strategies for youth mental health and su***de prevention.

✅ Access funding, expert training, and technical assistance
✅ Strengthen su***de prevention policies and programs
✅ Join a network of changemakers invested in youth wellbeing

📝 More information and application: https://www.nchsi.com/partners-youth-su***de-prevention